Paul Scholes believes Thomas Tuchel is playing Jude Bellingham out of position. On Tuesday, England laboured to a goalless draw with Ghana.
What happened?
England struggled to create scoring opportunities against Ghana's dogged defense.
The team's midfield pairing of Elliot Anderson and Declan Rice was deemed too conservative by Scholes.
Why it matters for Paul Scholes
Scholes thinks Bellingham should be deployed in a deeper midfield role, allowing him to make late runs into the box.
This would enable Bellingham to utilize his strengths, rather than being played as a traditional no10.
What comes next?
Tuchel may reconsider his team selection ahead of the upcoming match against Panama on Saturday.
Scholes expects changes to be made, given the ineffective performance against Ghana.
The Manchester United legend emphasized the importance of getting the midfield right, particularly against teams playing with a low block.
Tuchel's decision to play Bellingham in the no10 role has been questioned, with Scholes suggesting it doesn't suit the player's skills.
Bellingham has shown promise in his performances so far, but Scholes believes he would be more effective in a different position.
The England team will be looking to improve their performance against Panama, and Tuchel's tactics will be under scrutiny.
Scholes' criticism of Tuchel's tactics has sparked debate, with many agreeing that changes are needed to get the best out of the England team.
The World Cup is a high-pressure tournament, and teams must be able to adapt and make tactical changes to succeed.
Tuchel will be hoping to get it right against Panama and lead England to a crucial win.